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Zesty Shrimp and Avocado Tostadas

These Zesty Shrimp and Avocado Tostadas are a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for a quick and easy meal. They feature seasoned shrimp atop a creamy avocado mixture, all piled onto crispy tostada shells.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 tostadas
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8-10 corn tostada shells
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.25 cup crumbled cojita cheese (optional)
  • for serving Hot sauce or salsa for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the seasoned shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
  3. In a separate bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, red onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice, seasoning with a pinch of salt if desired.
Assembly
  1. Spread an even layer of the avocado mixture onto each tostada shell.
  2. Top each tostada with a portion of the cooked shrimp.
  3. Garnish with crumbled cojita cheese and hot sauce or salsa, then serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, lightly toast the tostada shells in a dry skillet before assembling. Feel free to adjust the chili powder and hot sauce to your preferred spice level.